Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked [A], [B], [C] and [D], and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.
11. [A] Fred forgot to call him last night about the camping trip.
[B] He is not going to lend his sleeping bag to Fred.
[C] He has not seen Fred at the gym for some time.
[D] Fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.
12. [A] Summer has become hotter in recent years.
[B] It will cool down a bit over the weekend.
[C] Swimming in a pool has a relaxing effect.
[D] He hopes the weather forecast is accurate.
13. [A] Taking a picture of Prof. Brown.
[B] Commenting on an oil-painting.
[C] Hosting a TV program.
[D] Staging a performance.
14. [A] She can help the man take care of the plants.
[B] Most plants grow better in direct sunlight.
[C] The plants need to be watered frequently.
[D] The plants should be placed in a shady spot.
15. [A] Change to a more exciting channel.
[B] See the movie some other time.
[C] Go to bed early.
[D] Stay up till eleven.
16. [A] Both of them are laymen of modern art.
[B] She has learned to appreciate modern sculptures.
[C] Italian artists' works are difficult to understand.
[D] Modern artists are generally considered weird.
17. [A] They seem satisfied with what they have done.
[B] They have called all club members to contribute.
[C] They think the day can be called a memorable one.
[D] They find it hard to raise money for the hospital.
18. [A] The man shouldn't hesitate to take the course.
[B] The man should talk with the professor first.
[C] The course isn't open to undergraduates.
[D] The course will require a lot of reading.
Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
19. [A] Current trends in economic development.
[B] Domestic issues of general social concern.
[C] Stories about Britain's relations with other nations.
[D] Conflicts and compromises among political parties.
20. [A] Based on the polls of public opinions.
[B] By interviewing people who file complaints.
[C] By analyzing the domestic and international situation.
[D] Based on public expectations and editors' judgment.
21. [A] Underlying rules of editing.
[B] Practical experience.
[C] Audience's feedback.
[D] Professional qualifications.
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
22. [A] Their average life span was less than 50 years.
[B] It was very common for them to have 12 children.
[C] They retired from work much earlier than today.
[D] They were quite optimistic about their future.
